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Solar is Hot: The Rise of Residential Solar Systems and Roofs

The top view of the roofs in home

From marginal to mainstream, the interest in residential solar systems is booming. That’s due in part to a recent decision in California, which requires all new homes in the state to include residential solar systems beginning in 2020. That landmark decision is helping drive solar adoption not only in California, but throughout the country.  In… ( read more )

Metal Roof Coatings Explained

A red metal roof with four upper-level windows in CT, MA, NH, or RI

Metal roofs are one of the newest residential installments. They have a proven track record in energy saving, impact resistance, and style, throughout their long history of use in commercial and agricultural applications. However, they need the right coatings to work effectively. As a metal roofing contractor, we explain why we love these metal roof… ( read more )

Fall is a Great Time to Prepare Your Roof for the Coming Season

Closeup of a grey standing seam metal roof in New Hampshire.

It’s Fall: a time for back to school, football and getting ready to prepare for colder weather. The start of the season also means spending a little time getting your home’s roof in shape. While metal roofs are well-known for being easy to maintain, long-lasting and durable, the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) recommends homeowners care… ( read more )

Here’s Why Fall Is the Best Time to Replace Your Roof

Roof Replacement in the Fall in MA, CT, RI, NH

Fall is upon us, and the moderate temperatures and mellow weather make this season the perfect time to do any roofing-related project. For homeowners who haven’t replaced their old roofs yet, fall is the best time to replace your roof. Classic Metal Roofs, your local metal roofers, share why fall is the best time to… ( read more )

How Solar Panels are Attached to Metal Roofs

solar panels on the metal roof of a brown house in MA, CT, NH, or RI

In most cases, installing a solar energy system requires screws in the roof to attach the rail upon which the solar panels sit. Homeowners worry a lot about poking screw holes in their roofs. I get it. I’m a homeowner too.  I’m here to tell you, don’t worry. New England Clean Energy has been installing… ( read more )